
RAD Sip & Shop
Local brews and easygoing sips pair with browsing a wide mix of local art across multiple River Arts District spots. Morning tree planting adds an Arbor Day community volunteer vibe before the afternoon shopping.
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Botanical cocktail sips like the Canopy Caipirinha plus a featured THC-infused drink set the tone for an Arbor Day afternoon. Local artists table around The Radical for an outdoor browse of handmade goods, maker chats, and community shopping.

Botanical cocktail sips like the Canopy Caipirinha plus a featured THC-infused drink set the tone for an Arbor Day afternoon. Local artists table around The Radical for an outdoor browse of handmade goods, maker chats, and community shopping.
Botanical cocktail sips like the Canopy Caipirinha plus a featured THC-infused drink set the tone for an Arbor Day afternoon. Local artists table around The Radical for an outdoor browse of handmade goods, maker chats, and community shopping.

An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.

An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.
An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.

After dark pop-up market of curated local makers and independent vendors in a lively outdoor beer garden, pairing late-night shopping with craft beer, food stalls, and ambient lighting for a nocturnal, social vibe.

After dark pop-up market of curated local makers and independent vendors in a lively outdoor beer garden, pairing late-night shopping with craft beer, food stalls, and ambient lighting for a nocturnal, social vibe.
After dark pop-up market of curated local makers and independent vendors in a lively outdoor beer garden, pairing late-night shopping with craft beer, food stalls, and ambient lighting for a nocturnal, social vibe.

Arbor Day happy hour in a brewery taproom where pints of Gaelic Amber Ale support The North Carolina Arboretum, with $1 donated per pint. Stop by the Arboretum table for anniversary info and a raffle for a free annual individual membership.

Arbor Day happy hour in a brewery taproom where pints of Gaelic Amber Ale support The North Carolina Arboretum, with $1 donated per pint. Stop by the Arboretum table for anniversary info and a raffle for a free annual individual membership.
Arbor Day happy hour in a brewery taproom where pints of Gaelic Amber Ale support The North Carolina Arboretum, with $1 donated per pint. Stop by the Arboretum table for anniversary info and a raffle for a free annual individual membership.

A two day Mother’s Day shopping market packed with local craft vendors, thoughtful gift finds, and sweet treats. Browse and buy from small makers in a lively community setup at an outdoor outlet mall.

A two day Mother’s Day shopping market packed with local craft vendors, thoughtful gift finds, and sweet treats. Browse and buy from small makers in a lively community setup at an outdoor outlet mall.
A two day Mother’s Day shopping market packed with local craft vendors, thoughtful gift finds, and sweet treats. Browse and buy from small makers in a lively community setup at an outdoor outlet mall.

Community focused weekly market at New Belgium Brewing’s brewery patio with farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, flowers, and handmade crafts; SNAP, Double SNAP, and Farmers Market Prescriptions accepted.

Community focused weekly market at New Belgium Brewing’s brewery patio with farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, flowers, and handmade crafts; SNAP, Double SNAP, and Farmers Market Prescriptions accepted.
Community focused weekly market at New Belgium Brewing’s brewery patio with farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, flowers, and handmade crafts; SNAP, Double SNAP, and Farmers Market Prescriptions accepted.

Weekly pop-up market of vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, art and antiques with rotating local and regional vendors; select dates host live bands or DJs while guests sip cocktails and browse a relaxed, communal marketplace.

Weekly pop-up market of vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, art and antiques with rotating local and regional vendors; select dates host live bands or DJs while guests sip cocktails and browse a relaxed, communal marketplace.
Weekly pop-up market of vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, art and antiques with rotating local and regional vendors; select dates host live bands or DJs while guests sip cocktails and browse a relaxed, communal marketplace.

A Mother’s Day handmade market inside a brewery setting, pairing local maker booths and gift shopping with fresh pours and a laid-back taproom vibe. Ideal for browsing artisan goods and supporting Asheville creatives.

A Mother’s Day handmade market inside a brewery setting, pairing local maker booths and gift shopping with fresh pours and a laid-back taproom vibe. Ideal for browsing artisan goods and supporting Asheville creatives.
A Mother’s Day handmade market inside a brewery setting, pairing local maker booths and gift shopping with fresh pours and a laid-back taproom vibe. Ideal for browsing artisan goods and supporting Asheville creatives.

Tree-focused Arbor Day celebration highlighting how planting trees supports clean air and water, cooling shade, and wildlife habitat. Daytime gathering on arboretum grounds oriented around hands-on nature appreciation and community learning.

Tree-focused Arbor Day celebration highlighting how planting trees supports clean air and water, cooling shade, and wildlife habitat. Daytime gathering on arboretum grounds oriented around hands-on nature appreciation and community learning.
Tree-focused Arbor Day celebration highlighting how planting trees supports clean air and water, cooling shade, and wildlife habitat. Daytime gathering on arboretum grounds oriented around hands-on nature appreciation and community learning.

A late-night set at a River Arts District brewpub pairs craft beer with an energetic band performance in a casual, industrial taproom. Expect a lively crowd vibe geared toward 21+ hangouts and weekend starts.

A late-night set at a River Arts District brewpub pairs craft beer with an energetic band performance in a casual, industrial taproom. Expect a lively crowd vibe geared toward 21+ hangouts and weekend starts.
A late-night set at a River Arts District brewpub pairs craft beer with an energetic band performance in a casual, industrial taproom. Expect a lively crowd vibe geared toward 21+ hangouts and weekend starts.

A self-guided South Slope afternoon crawl with rotating food and drink specials, pop-up local vendors, and casual art activities. Roam between neighborhood spots for an easygoing, walkable Second Saturday hangout.

A self-guided South Slope afternoon crawl with rotating food and drink specials, pop-up local vendors, and casual art activities. Roam between neighborhood spots for an easygoing, walkable Second Saturday hangout.
A self-guided South Slope afternoon crawl with rotating food and drink specials, pop-up local vendors, and casual art activities. Roam between neighborhood spots for an easygoing, walkable Second Saturday hangout.

A springtime celebration that fills the historic Grove Arcade with blooming floral displays and photo-worthy corners. Wander through the downtown arcade for a relaxed, self-paced stroll amid seasonal color and local atmosphere.

A springtime celebration that fills the historic Grove Arcade with blooming floral displays and photo-worthy corners. Wander through the downtown arcade for a relaxed, self-paced stroll amid seasonal color and local atmosphere.
A springtime celebration that fills the historic Grove Arcade with blooming floral displays and photo-worthy corners. Wander through the downtown arcade for a relaxed, self-paced stroll amid seasonal color and local atmosphere.

An outdoor Memorial Day weekend arts festival in downtown’s Pack Square Park with local artists and makers selling handmade goods and browseable pop-up booths. Open-air community vibe suited for a casual afternoon stroll with friends and families.

An outdoor Memorial Day weekend arts festival in downtown’s Pack Square Park with local artists and makers selling handmade goods and browseable pop-up booths. Open-air community vibe suited for a casual afternoon stroll with friends and families.
An outdoor Memorial Day weekend arts festival in downtown’s Pack Square Park with local artists and makers selling handmade goods and browseable pop-up booths. Open-air community vibe suited for a casual afternoon stroll with friends and families.

Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.

Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.
Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.

Late-night brewery hang in the River Arts District built around a playful crawfish theme and taproom vibes. Expect casual social energy with craft beer flowing and a party-forward atmosphere.

Late-night brewery hang in the River Arts District built around a playful crawfish theme and taproom vibes. Expect casual social energy with craft beer flowing and a party-forward atmosphere.
Late-night brewery hang in the River Arts District built around a playful crawfish theme and taproom vibes. Expect casual social energy with craft beer flowing and a party-forward atmosphere.

Eclectic open air market of vintage, handmade, and oddity vendors, inviting browsing and discovery of artisanal goods, curios, and small batch makers; casual, family friendly vibe with community focused stalls and live strolling energy.

Eclectic open air market of vintage, handmade, and oddity vendors, inviting browsing and discovery of artisanal goods, curios, and small batch makers; casual, family friendly vibe with community focused stalls and live strolling energy.
Eclectic open air market of vintage, handmade, and oddity vendors, inviting browsing and discovery of artisanal goods, curios, and small batch makers; casual, family friendly vibe with community focused stalls and live strolling energy.

Indoor stalls of local artisans and farmers offering seasonal produce, handmade ceramics, small batch foods, and crafts; casual community atmosphere with chances to meet makers and support local businesses.

Indoor stalls of local artisans and farmers offering seasonal produce, handmade ceramics, small batch foods, and crafts; casual community atmosphere with chances to meet makers and support local businesses.
Indoor stalls of local artisans and farmers offering seasonal produce, handmade ceramics, small batch foods, and crafts; casual community atmosphere with chances to meet makers and support local businesses.

First Friday gallery night at Resurrection Studios Collective featuring monthly curated exhibitions of over 50 local artists with rotating walls, live music, an open bar, and a monthly artist activation. Geared toward local art lovers and nightlife audiences.

First Friday gallery night at Resurrection Studios Collective featuring monthly curated exhibitions of over 50 local artists with rotating walls, live music, an open bar, and a monthly artist activation. Geared toward local art lovers and nightlife audiences.
First Friday gallery night at Resurrection Studios Collective featuring monthly curated exhibitions of over 50 local artists with rotating walls, live music, an open bar, and a monthly artist activation. Geared toward local art lovers and nightlife audiences.

Paper-covered café tables turn into casual sketch pads for sipping and doodling with provided art supplies in a relaxed museum setting. A social, drop-in creative hangout suited to beginners and experienced artists alike.

Paper-covered café tables turn into casual sketch pads for sipping and doodling with provided art supplies in a relaxed museum setting. A social, drop-in creative hangout suited to beginners and experienced artists alike.
Paper-covered café tables turn into casual sketch pads for sipping and doodling with provided art supplies in a relaxed museum setting. A social, drop-in creative hangout suited to beginners and experienced artists alike.

High energy beer garden music bingo with curated playlists; players use charged cell phones to mark digital cards, call bingo for prize giveaways, and sip Hi-Wire brews in a lively outdoor taproom atmosphere.

High energy beer garden music bingo with curated playlists; players use charged cell phones to mark digital cards, call bingo for prize giveaways, and sip Hi-Wire brews in a lively outdoor taproom atmosphere.
High energy beer garden music bingo with curated playlists; players use charged cell phones to mark digital cards, call bingo for prize giveaways, and sip Hi-Wire brews in a lively outdoor taproom atmosphere.